The center of activity in the BVI is on Tortola, and there, the center of activity is Cane Garden Bay. You'll spend the day at this northwestern beach enjoying the great food (be sure to order an actual "Cheeseburger in Paradise" from Stanley's), renting a day sail or snorkeling around the beach's western edge. At night, Cane Garden Bay doubles as a dance club, as live music wafts from area bars like Quito's Gazebo, Elm or Myett's.

Despite the constant activity, recent visitors claim Cane Garden Bay is a relaxing beach. Taking a cue from Jimmy Buffett (or maybe Stanley's), most TripAdvisor users describe the area as "paradise" or "heaven on earth." The cruise crowds normally waft in around noontime, but still Cane Garden is rarely overcrowded.

One user suggests, "Just relax and swim in the warm sea, sip tropical fruit cocktails and watch the sun go down. There is nothing better." Another user pens, "It was the best beach we went to all week in my opinion."

Cane Garden Bay is free at all times of day, any day of the week, with no admission fee.